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Wednesday, November 16th, 2011

You have every right to pass on by here today. I’m simply goo-goo eyes for my new toy and I’m blabbing away about it! I’ve mentioned it a few times, remember?

My birthday present? The Kindle Fire!!!

I know, I know….big whoopdie doo! But really ya’ll, IT IS SO AWESOME! I’ve only played with it a teensy bit because hubby has been “loading” it up with goodies.

Which reminds me….

What’s a “Queenie style” post without a bit of neurotic mish-mash? As soon as I saw the box on my kitchen table, I felt a little flipflop in my stomach. I told you…major whack job here, guys! It’s embarrassing to admit this but I felt like I was some sort of trader.

I looooove my Nook! Ever since my son returned from Washington and we did a little switcharoo (he’s using it to read the Steve Jobs book)….I’ve felt guilty. I’m not a Nook quitter, I PROMISE! I’m simply a SHARE-ER (yes, I made that up)!

I can use both, right?

NOTE: When hubby handed my new e-reader back to me tonight…guess what he added?

MY NOOK APP!!! All of my Nook books are on there too! This is like the motherload of awesome, ya’ll! I’m definitely moving up in this world. Not only can I watch movies, blog, read Facebook — I can read my books from my other Library that I’ve bought/acquired along the way! Yeehaw!

NO MO GUILT! 😉

Hmm, now I wonder if I’ll ever upgrade to a big girl cellphone? Naaah!

Tags:Apps, e-reader, kindle fire, Kindle rocks, nook books
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More School

Tuesday, November 15th, 2011

Tonight is the night our community is invited to “listen” in as our school board discusses YEAR ROUND SCHOOL. Also known as Balanced Calendar. It’s happening! I knew it was coming and like many other’s, I have mixed feelings. Mainly, the thought of a 2 1/2 month summer break ALL AT ONCE….umm, being no more!

I think I’ve mentioned a time or twenty how much I LOOOOOOVE SUMMER BREAK!!?!

What exactly does this new year-round setup involve? I’m not quite sure. I haven’t gotten the deets! I’ve heard some rumors of it over the last few years and it doesn’t seem horrible. Maybe something like–6 weeks of school with 2 weeks off?!?! Possibly?

I don’t know. I’ve heard information like blocks of school time with little chunks of off time. Off time = my favorite time! 😉

Any YEAR ROUNDERS out there? What do you think? Does it work? Do you like it? Are your kids succeeding because of it? Afterall, what else are we doing this for? To create a better education experience for our kids, right?

I’m not sure if I’ll attend the meeting. Either way, the vote won’t stop by my presence or lack thereof. I’ll be happy ….. just to have a job! As long as nothing changes in that area, I’m cool!

I mean……I’m not working for my health are you? {giggle}

Tags:balanced calendar, better schools, education experience, summer break, year round school
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Seriously, this post will be lamesauce. Go away.

Monday, November 14th, 2011

If you had told me last year or even the year before that MY TEAM would be 0-10 THE YEAR WE HOST THE SUPER BOWL…..I would have laughed in your face!

Everybody knows the Colts are a top-of-the-line team! They’re matchless. Awesome. They have the NFL’s best quarterback! Peyton Manning is superhuman on the football field. He’s respected by everyone! Players, fans, coaches & opposing teams!

But, for the first time in blah blah seasons (Peyton has had a record 227 starts). Which means, he doesn’t stand on the sideline and watch any games…he plays!

Until this year.

This year, the one that the Colts haven’t one a single game all season.

He’s standing. On the sideline. Looking bewildered and frustrated. Much like his fans and the fans who cheer the big blue franchise on everyweek. I’ve even noticed the sports announcer’s shaking their heads at what they see each week. It’s unbelievable!

Not this team!

It’s been painful to watch. By no means, do I blame Peyton Manning for the entire season of losses. I am intelligent ~~football savvy~~ enough to see there are other men on the field getting paid to play. It just seems coincidental that since he’s been out with a serious surgery recoop that the team has fallen to pieces. He’s known for being a great leader. But he’s not the only one playing. It’s a team, right?

I love the Colts. Most of my friends….love the Colts. I was so excited about this year’s SUPER BOWL!! Not anymore. I feel bummed! Embarrassed even. Indianapolis is a crazy fun town. What a smear of reality in the face of so many fans it will be to watch the entire city fill up with fans from other teams. Indy is a town of blue, Colts blue!

I’m not a fairweather fan. I promise. It’s been torture to watch them lose every week. It’s just not how the Colts do things. To call it humbling is almost insulting too. The Colts are known as a classy franchise. They don’t play dirty, they aren’t showy…..

They are just THE COLTS!

PS
I haven’t worn any Colts gear….all season! Come on, don’t judge! It’s just too painful! Now, do you see why I titled this post lame?

Tags:0-10, big fan, Colts, Peyton Manning, Record Starts, Super Bowl
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11-11-11

Friday, November 11th, 2011

Is this not the coolest date ever? Wow, it’s awesome! I’ve heard a few wishful pregnant gals–pulling for the 11/11/11 birthdate. Who can blame them? It would definitely be one of the coolest birthday’s ever! Admit it, It’s that cool!

Not only is this a cool day to call your birthday….it’s also VETERANS DAY!!! God bless the many who have given their service to our country. I am able to live free and safe in a world ‘gone mad most days’, thanks to those who protect America. Thank you just doesn’t quite seem good enough. Does it?

Now if this doesn’t flip your wig–nothing will! Since it’s 11/11/11, McDonald’s is getting in on the happiness of the date with Mac Madness day. Woot woot! You can buy the famous double-pattied goodness for $1.11 from 11am – 11pm. Yea, baby! Check it, ya’ll! Only catch? I think it’s an “Indiana” deal!

Oh, you’re welcome! 😉

Do something amazing to mark your spot on 11-11-11 and enjoy your weekend, friends.

Tags:11/11/11, birthday, mcdonalds deal, veterans day
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Big Hair

Thursday, November 10th, 2011

Did you see the CMA’s on tv last night? They were great! I especially loved the skit Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood & Eric Stonestreet (famous for his role in Modern Family) sang– poking fun at Kim Kardashian and Justin Bieber. It was a cute little ditty about their inability to commit to long lasting relationships! Go figure. It’s worth the watching. I’ll link it up for ya!

CMA Spoof

The awards seemed to flow for The Band Perry (and who can blame them)…they are so awesome. I never get tired of hearing their song “If I Die Young”. It’s beautiful, like their simple clean sound. Very pure….like my other favorite gal, Alison Krauss {I LOVE HER !!}.

What really impressed me about the show? The big hair, ya’ll! I am so totally a fan of big hair. I love it! Faith Hill had it go-ing o-on! She was gorgeous, as always. But the hair was exceptionally amazing.

So, in honor of my other big haired friends….I somehow managed to pouf it up bigtime today!

Whatta ya think?

I swear (and I know it’s not nice to say that) I did not try to compete with my CMA friends. It’s a wicked game of Russian Roulette every single morning when I “do” my hair. Don’t worry….it’ll fall before I get to my 3rd block class.

Maybe I need to call Faith and ask how to keep the “look”. 😉

Tags:Big hair, CMA's, poufy hair
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Birthday Girl

Wednesday, November 9th, 2011

Look at her. Isn’t she pretty? This is the girl I call my baby. She’s turning 17 today!

Time has no respect, does it? It just keeps ticking away. While I could go on some ‘how do they grow up so fast’ tangent….I won’t. Everybody knows, time is fleeting and if I had to guess…it’s ramped up even more so when it comes to being a parent. I remember thinking, wishing for my babies to hurry up to the next big thing. Every little milestone just pushes us to want more…

And then….

You’re standing there looking up at your grown kids wondering how time flew by so fast. Cherish those sleepless nights, savor those silly comments (write them down too), hold tight to those chubby little bodies. Because this—–>